Safety & Security

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3D illustration of 'SHORTCUT HAZARD' script on road sign
Cutting corners in control system updates—such as skipping P&ID revisions or HAZOP documentation—can create long-term safety risks in hazardous industries
Trihedral's Chris Little share how SCADA applications compile critical process history for data-driven insights, cost control and infrastructure longevity
Smart logistics and wireless communication network
Just like device with a microprocessor, wireless sensors have the potential to be compromised
The implementation of robust authentication & authorization mechanisms is a fundamental step in protecting iacs from potential cyber threats and is integral to the overall cybersecurity strategy outlined by the iec 62443 standards.
There’s a fundamental shift in security philosophy that requires a change in mindset
Wildfire in Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, January 8, 2025, towards Getty Center and Brentwood
Improvements to municipal water systems can help avoid a repeat of the Pacific Palisades and other Los Angeles-area fires
A Control Amplified podcast with Joe Weiss, managing partner, Applied Control Solutions Inc.
Abstract illustration of distorted dark green display screen with red light spot. Cyber attack inscription in worldwide technology interface.
Examples of publicly documented control system cyberattacks that caused physical damage from different sectors
NERC acronym. An organization overseeing the reliability of the North American bulk power system, ensuring stability and compliance.
Understanding the importance of identifying and reporting cyber incidents for maintaining system security
Hunderfossen dam in the Lagen river close to the Norwegian town Lillehammer
The challenges in distinguishing control system cyber incidents from accidents and the need for discernment in identifying cyber-related incidents
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The paper explores the necessity of interdisciplinary programs for control system cybersecurity, addressing the convergence of automation and IT
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Vytautas Butrimas, a non-engineer government leader, became a prominent advocate for control system cybersecurity
Spanish map, dramatic stormy clouds with electrical wiring, blackout in Spain
In a webinar for the IEEE Consultants Network, Joe Weiss discussed the possibilities of a U.S. grid collapse and whether it could be due to renewables